Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
troodea
ID:
34222

Status:
valid

Authors:
Boiss.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1888

Citation Micro:
Fl. Orient. , Suppl.: 320 (1888)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000033551



Common Names

  • Troode's Scorzonera
  • Troode's Viper's Grass
  • Troode's Black Salsify


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Description

Scorzonera troodea (also called 'Troode's Scorzonera', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant that grows to a height of 10–30 cm. It is native to the Mediterranean and is found in grasslands and open woodlands. It has long, narrow, lanceolate leaves and small yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Scorzonera troodea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower of Scorzonera troodea is a white, star-shaped floret, with a diameter of 3-4 mm. The seed is an achene, with a length of 1-2 mm, and a width of 0.5-1 mm. The seedlings are slender, with a single leaf and a short stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Scorzonera troodea is a perennial plant that is best propagated by division in spring or autumn. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and resistant to deer and rabbits.

Where to Find Scorzonera troodea

Scorzonera troodea can be found in the Mediterranean region, including Spain, Portugal, Morocco, Algeria, and Tunisia.

Scorzonera troodea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Scorzonera troodea?

Scorzonera troodea

What type of plant is Scorzonera troodea?

Scorzonera troodea is a perennial herbaceous plant.

What is the natural habitat of Scorzonera troodea?

Scorzonera troodea is native to the Mediterranean region.

Species in the Scorzonera genus

Scorzonera aucheriana, Scorzonera safievii, Scorzonera racemosa, Scorzonera musili, Scorzonera transiliensis, Scorzonera bracteosa, Scorzonera acuminata, Scorzonera koelpinioides, Scorzonera intricata, Scorzonera aytatchii, Scorzonera mariovoensis, Scorzonera davisii, Scorzonera mollis, Scorzonera hissariae, Scorzonera hirsuta, Scorzonera ramosissima, Scorzonera gorovanica, Scorzonera raddeana, Scorzonera filifolia, Scorzonera joharchii, Scorzonera inaequiscapa, Scorzonera austriaca, Scorzonera pisidica, Scorzonera tragopogonoides, Scorzonera longiana, Scorzonera paradoxa, Scorzonera cinerea, Scorzonera pygmaea, Scorzonera tenuisecta, Scorzonera hieraciifolia, Scorzonera acanthoclada, Scorzonera seidlitzii, Scorzonera renzii, Scorzonera grubovii, Scorzonera mirabilis, Scorzonera luristanica, Scorzonera kandavanica, Scorzonera eriophora, Scorzonera ikonnikovii, Scorzonera scyria, Scorzonera subaphylla, Scorzonera reverchonii, Scorzonera albicans, Scorzonera pulchra, Scorzonera crassicaulis, Scorzonera adilii, Scorzonera yemensis, Scorzonera iliensis, Scorzonera troodea, Scorzonera sinensis,

Species in the Asteraceae family

Aaronsohnia pubescens, Aaronsohnia factorovskyi, Abrotanella filiformis, Abrotanella rostrata, Abrotanella linearis, Abrotanella trilobata, Abrotanella muscosa, Abrotanella inconspicua, Abrotanella trichoachaenia, Abrotanella caespitosa, Abrotanella nivigena, Abrotanella pusilla, Abrotanella linearifolia, Abrotanella papuana, Abrotanella rosulata, Abrotanella emarginata, Abrotanella fertilis, Abrotanella spathulata, Abrotanella purpurea, Abrotanella patearoa, Abrotanella submarginata, Abrotanella diemii, Abrotanella scapigera, Abrotanella forsterioides, Acamptopappus shockleyi, Acamptopappus sphaerocephalus, Acanthocephalus benthamianus, Acanthocephalus amplexifolius, Acanthocladium dockeri, Acanthodesmos distichus, Acanthodesmos gibarensis, Acanthospermum humile, Acanthospermum consobrinum, Acanthospermum glabratum, Acanthospermum microcarpum, Acanthospermum hispidum, Acanthospermum australe, Acanthospermum lecocarpoides, Acanthostyles buniifolius, Acanthostyles saucechicoensis, Achillea buiana, Achillea conrathii, Achillea cucullata, Achillea styriaca, Achillea clavennae, Achillea cappadocica, Achillea huber-morathii, Achillea ptarmicoides, Achillea sieheana, Achillea barrelieri,

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